Hi, I’m Zak Pino, the founder of WITH-ME, a Canberra-based charity built to reconnect people through meaningful community.

I’m an introvert at heart, and truthfully, I never expected to be in this position.

I’ve always struggled to talk about myself (and probably still will). But I started WITH-ME to help change the not-for-profit narrative. I wanted to create spaces where connection feels natural, easy, and needed.

It began in January 2021 when I founded WALK-W-ME, a simple yet powerful mental health initiative inviting people to walk and talk. What started as a small gathering grew organically over three years, proving how much people crave genuine connection.

During that time, I also started Frankly Speaking, my business that helps individuals and organisations improve their relationships, culture, and systems.

Fast forward to 2024, WITH-ME was officially formed.

Starting a not-for-profit wasn’t part of the plan, but the overwhelming support, encouragement, and community showed me that it was the right thing to do.

In a world full of abundance, there’s still a gap of the quality of connection. I believe we all have a role to play in each other's lives. WITH-ME exists to help you discover and embrace that role.

We’re here to be part of your journey, creating lifelong relationships that remind you: you’re seen, you’re important, you’re needed.

All you have to do is show up, and that’s why I believe everything good starts WITH-YOU.

Scroll down to explore our communities and see where your next connection could begin.

All the best,
Zak